Broadcasters
Broadcaster
Charlie Kendall
Throughout his illustrious career, Charlie Kendall has left an indelible mark on legendary stations such as New York’s WNEW, Philly’s WMMR, Miami’s WSHE, Boston’s WBCN, L.A.’s KWST, Dallas’ KZEW, Cleveland’s WMMS, Boston’s WVBF, and Indianapolis’ WNAP. He even circled back to WROX-AM, the station where his passion ignited at 14, eventually becoming its owner.
Kendall’s influence expanded beyond the mic as the VP of Radio Programming for 57 stations on ClickRadio and later VP Programming for 15 stations in the LM Communications Radio Group in Lexington, KY. His nationally syndicated program “MetalShop” became a staple on over 250 stations for more than 11 years, showcasing his versatile voice on countless radio specials, promos, and commercials worldwide.
His voice became synonymous with national and international brands, including PBS’s NOVA, The Ultimate Fighting Championships, Extreme Championship Wrestling, The Billboard Music Awards, and The NBA on TNT. Kendall’s creative genius birthed groundbreaking programs like MetalShop, Rock Today, and Country Today, as well as special programs for NBC, Westwood One, HBO, and ABC Radio.
In addition to hosting and producing memorable programs like “Ticket To Ride” and “Super Stars in Concert,” Kendall contributed to historical moments such as The Who live at Radio City Music Hall and the First Rolling Stones Farewell Special for ABC Radio Networks in 1989. His legacy culminated in hosting the most listened-to radio program in the history of MJI Broadcasting, “The Metallica Memorial Day Marathon” in 2000. Charlie Kendall’s influence on radio is not just a career; it’s a symphony of innovation, creativity, and an enduring love for the medium.
He is cited in the autobiography of Aerosmith "Walk This Way" for being an early supporter. The book "Tom Petty and Me" by Jon Scott as playing a significant role in lifting their career and is featured in John Cougar Mellencamp's book "Trend Setters".
Charlie Kendall has lent his voice to national and international projects including the PBS series NOVA, The Ultimate Fighting Championships, Extreme Championship Wrestling, The Billboard Music Awards, The NBA on TNT, several HBO music specials. V/O's for Avis, KFC and Levi's among others. Charlie was host of "The Legends Of Rock" series and "The Rock Of Your Life" Specials for NBC Radio, "Rock Star Guest DJ" for Rolling Stone Magazine, "Superstars In Concert", "The Who Live At Radio City Music Hall" and "Live Aid Coverage" for Westwood One. He was also host of the First Rolling Stones "Farewell Special" for ABC Radio Networks (1989) and host of the most listened-to radio program in the history of MJI Broadcasting, The Metallica Memorial Day Marathon on May 26-29, 2000. Charlie created many ground breaking programs including MetalShop, Rock Today, and Country Today, as well as numerous NBC, Westwood One, HBO and ABC Radio special programs. His musical writer/producer credits include production and sound effects packages for ABC and SW Networks. He was also co-Creator and Executive Producer of Ticket To Ride for DIR Broadcasting.
Kendall’s influence expanded beyond the mic as the VP of Radio Programming for 57 stations on ClickRadio and later VP Programming for 15 stations in the LM Communications Radio Group in Lexington, KY. His nationally syndicated program “MetalShop” became a staple on over 250 stations for more than 11 years, showcasing his versatile voice on countless radio specials, promos, and commercials worldwide.
His voice became synonymous with national and international brands, including PBS’s NOVA, The Ultimate Fighting Championships, Extreme Championship Wrestling, The Billboard Music Awards, and The NBA on TNT. Kendall’s creative genius birthed groundbreaking programs like MetalShop, Rock Today, and Country Today, as well as special programs for NBC, Westwood One, HBO, and ABC Radio.
In addition to hosting and producing memorable programs like “Ticket To Ride” and “Super Stars in Concert,” Kendall contributed to historical moments such as The Who live at Radio City Music Hall and the First Rolling Stones Farewell Special for ABC Radio Networks in 1989. His legacy culminated in hosting the most listened-to radio program in the history of MJI Broadcasting, “The Metallica Memorial Day Marathon” in 2000. Charlie Kendall’s influence on radio is not just a career; it’s a symphony of innovation, creativity, and an enduring love for the medium.
He is cited in the autobiography of Aerosmith "Walk This Way" for being an early supporter. The book "Tom Petty and Me" by Jon Scott as playing a significant role in lifting their career and is featured in John Cougar Mellencamp's book "Trend Setters".
Charlie Kendall has lent his voice to national and international projects including the PBS series NOVA, The Ultimate Fighting Championships, Extreme Championship Wrestling, The Billboard Music Awards, The NBA on TNT, several HBO music specials. V/O's for Avis, KFC and Levi's among others. Charlie was host of "The Legends Of Rock" series and "The Rock Of Your Life" Specials for NBC Radio, "Rock Star Guest DJ" for Rolling Stone Magazine, "Superstars In Concert", "The Who Live At Radio City Music Hall" and "Live Aid Coverage" for Westwood One. He was also host of the First Rolling Stones "Farewell Special" for ABC Radio Networks (1989) and host of the most listened-to radio program in the history of MJI Broadcasting, The Metallica Memorial Day Marathon on May 26-29, 2000. Charlie created many ground breaking programs including MetalShop, Rock Today, and Country Today, as well as numerous NBC, Westwood One, HBO and ABC Radio special programs. His musical writer/producer credits include production and sound effects packages for ABC and SW Networks. He was also co-Creator and Executive Producer of Ticket To Ride for DIR Broadcasting.
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